BYU-Idaho to Host 2018 National Geographic State Bee

BYU-Idaho will host the Idaho state finals of the 2018 National Geographic Bee for the sixth time.

March 23, 2018Writer: Brett Crandall

Brigham Young University-Idaho will host the Idaho state finals of the 2018 National Geographic Bee. This will be the sixth time BYU-Idaho has hosted the competition. The community is invited to attend the final round of the bee on Friday, April 6 at 1:30 p.m. in the Manwaring Center Grand Ballroom.

The geography bee that has been sponsored by National Geographic for 30 years will see fourth through eight graders from across the state compete in spelling bee fashion for the title of geography bee champion. The contest is designed to encourage teachers to include geography in their classrooms, spark student interest in the subject, and increase public awareness about geography.

About 80 students from across the state will compete for victory and advancement to the national final held in Washington, D.C. on May 20-23, where students will compete for a $50,000 college scholarship.

For more information contact Idaho State Bee Coordinator Dr. Michael Madsen at madsenmi@byui.edu or 208-496-4237.